Obituaries: November 25, 2012

Bev was born on August 28, 1939 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Charles and Ann Cartwright. On July 15, 1961, she married Adrian Borst in Sault Ste. Marie. He preceded her in death on May 19, 1988. Bev was also preceded in death by her granddaughter: Heather Ann Baller, and her son-in-law: Charles Earl Shourds.

Bev enjoyed sewing, which she had a real talent for. She also enjoyed fishing, Bingo and seeing her grandchildren and great-grandson.

Bev is survived by her children: two daughters — Jean Shourds of Sault Ste. Marie, and Linda Muska of Caro, MI; two sons — Ted Borst of La Grange Park, IL, and Ken Borst of Petoskey, MI. Bev is also survived by her 14 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, her brothers: Bobby, Charles and Harold, as well as her sisters: Kitty and Lillian.

Bev will be laid to rest at Riverside Cemetery with no services, at her request. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all those at Long Term Care who helped Bev and showed much patience and support in her final days.

Arrangements are being handled by C.S. Mulder Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.csmulder.com.

Rev. Gerald “Jerry” L. Essenburg

Rev. Gerald “Jerry” L. Essenburg, age 71, died after a long illness on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2012, at Hospice House of the EUP in Sault Ste. Marie, MI.

Jerry was born on April 27, 1941 to Martin and Delia (Elzinga) Essenburg. He was born in Borculo, Michigan, and grew up on a farm. After graduating from Zeeland High School in 1959, he served four years in the U.S. Navy. He felt called to the ministry of the Word while teaching Sunday school and leading a youth group when he was a sailor in Washington, and while visiting missionaries in the Far East. He graduated from Calvin College in 1967 and from Calvin Theological Seminary in 1970.

Jerry was a student pastor at the Friendship House in San Francisco in the summer of 1968 and at the Cedar Rapids (Iowa) CRC in the summer of 1969. He married Janice Borgman in Grand Rapids in 1970. He served as pastor of several churches: Harrison (South Dakota) CRC, 1970-1975; Prairie City (Iowa) CRC, 1975-1983; Rudyard (Michigan) CRC, 1983-1997; and Hancock (Minnesota) CRC, 1997-2001. After 31 years in the ministry, he retired for medical reasons on December 31, 2001.

In his preaching, teaching, and visiting, he emphasized faith in Jesus as Savior and Lord. He especially enjoyed leading discussions in adult Bible study groups and teaching children. He served as a Cadet Club counselor, group leader of a Friendship Bible Class for special education students, Christian school board member, Right to Life board member, volunteer spiritual director at retreats for inmates in a state prison, and member of the Board of Christian Reformed World Missions. He typed the Sunday bulletin in four churches.

He learned to play the piano when he was 38 years old. He also enjoyed reading, playing ping pong, gardening, camping, fishing, swimming, and playing Connect Four.

Inscribed on the monument at his grave is the message which he firmly believed and faithfully proclaimed: “Jesus Saves.” His family and his faith in Jesus were most precious to him.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother: Martin and Delia (Elzinga) Essenburg; father-in-law, Peter Borgman; mother-in-law, Ruth (Kuiper) Borgman; and brother-in-law, Richard Borgman.

The funeral will take place at the Rudyard Christian Reformed Church Tuesday, November 27, at 2 p.m. The visitation will be held prior to the service from noon until 2 p.m. Pastor Wendell Davelaar will conduct the funeral. Burial will be in North Rudyard Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Hospice House of the EUP, 308 W. 12th Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.

Reamer Galer Funeral Home in Pickford assisted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.reamergalerfuneralhome.com.

Tony was born in Cassel Twp., Edgar Wisconsin on July 21, 1921 to Anton K. and Balbena (Wirkus) Hornung. He was raised on a farm outside of Edgar and graduated from Edgar High School. Tony continued his education attending the Marathon Country Normal School for two years and graduated as a country school teacher. He taught a country school for one year near Boscobel, WI, where he taught 26 students. During that time, war was declared after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, so Tony signed up for the U.S. Armed Forces and served 40 months. Most of that time was spent on the Pacific Ocean onboard an Air Craft Carrier. Tony was discharged as a First Class Petty Officer and moved to Detroit, where he worked at Ford Motor Company for six years. This is where he met his wife, Ingeborg Stoffel. They were married on May 15, 1951.

Moving North of Lansing, Tony and Inge opened a motel and grocery for 2 years before moving further north to Barbeau, where they made their home. Channel View Sports Shop was opened and 22 years of business led them to their new enterprise: Tony’s Gun Shop on 15 Mile Rd and M-129. Tony retired 30 years later leaving behind one son: Frank (Marna) Hornung; one grandson: Jeremy Hornung; one granddaughter: Jessica Harring; and two great granddaughters: Jaiden and Michaela. He is also survived by a sister and many nieces and nephews.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents, his wife: Ingeborg Hornung; and four siblings.

A funeral mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 26, 2012 at Holy Family Catholic Church with Father Sebastian Kavumkal as celebrant. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be at Oaklawn Chapel Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to Holy Family Catholic Church. Arrangements are being handled by C.S. Mulder Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Condolences may be left online at www.csmulder.com

Florence J. “Molly” LaCoy

Florence J. ‘Molly’ LaCoy of Young Street in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2012 at her home. She was born on July 31, 1941 in Raco, Michigan.

She was a member of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians and a life member of the V.F.W. She enjoyed playing bingo, slots, cooking big meals for family and friends, and playing cards. She will be missed by her pets Neegee and Holly.

Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father Piotr Zaczynski as Celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Hospice of the E.U.P. would be appreciated.

Clark Bailey Newhouse Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Elizabeth Spincich

Elizabeth Spincich, 87, of Newberry, passed away Thursday evening, November 22, 2012 surrounded by her family at the Helen Newberry Joy Hospital Circle of Life room. Born in Newberry on January 17, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Christo and Alexsandra (Katajisto) Jussila.

Elizabeth left the area to work in the defense plants in Detroit during WWII. Upon returning to Newberry, she met her husband Frank Spincich. They married on December 22, 1945, spending their entire married life in the Newberry area.

Elizabeth was employed at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital for many years delivering many babies. She retired from the hospital on January 16, 1980 and then started the second part of their life retiring to Mission, TX. They spent their time residing there for 6 months and coming home for 6 months. Living on the lake, she enjoyed fishing, her flower gardens, needlework and spending time with her grandkids camping. Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Mary Bruce; Mildred Bruning, Bruno, and Art Jussila, Helen Freeman, and Francis and Matt Jussila.

Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Frank Sr., of Newberry; son and daughter-in-law Frank (Lora) Jr., and daughter and son-in-law Sandy (Boomer) Richmond, all of Newberry; grandchildren: Kristi Bencke, Chad and Jessica Spincich, Kurt and Brent Richmond; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth Fezatte of Lansing.

According to her wishes, Elizabeth was cremated. A memorial service celebrating her life will be at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Newberry on Monday, November 26, 2012 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Jesse Brown officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services.

For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, the R. P. Hicks Circle of Life Room in care of Helen Newberry Joy Hospital, or Northwood’s Home Health and Hospice.

Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com.

Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family with their arrangements.